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Jul 12, 2024 • 28min

World's first AI beauty pageant

Join Heyang and Yushan on a journey through the world's first AI beauty pageant. They discuss the rise of 'Miss AI,' the controversy surrounding AI avatars conforming to beauty standards, and the importance of redefining beauty norms to empower women.
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Jul 12, 2024 • 25min

Emerging RV travel culture in China

Experts Heyang, Yushan, and Steve Hatherly discuss the booming RV travel culture in China, highlighting the increase in younger RV owners and the shift towards using RVs for travel and mobile living. They compare RV prices and camping facilities in China vs. North America, emphasizing the appeal of freedom and nature connection driving the trend.
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Jul 11, 2024 • 26min

Do we still need travel guidebooks?

Travel enthusiast and author Josh Cotterill joins the hosts to discuss the evolution of travel guidebooks in the age of social media and online resources. They debate the relevance of physical guides for historical insights, the impact of social media on travel trends, and the shift towards experience-focused travel. The podcast also touches on the trend of gifting lab-grown diamond rings for graduations.
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Jul 11, 2024 • 25min

Meds online? Insurance has you covered!

Beijing residents can now purchase medicines online using insurance, shaking up the pharmaceutical landscape. Guests discuss the implications, comparing China and the UK, digitizing medication purchases, challenges for older adults, and the impact on pharmacy practices.
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Jul 10, 2024 • 27min

Should universities share student transcripts with parents?

Debate on whether universities should share student transcripts with parents featuring Heyang, Ding Heng, and Steve Hatherly. The discussion delves into the balance between student privacy and parental involvement. Also, touches on the etiquette of reclining airplane seats.
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Jul 10, 2024 • 25min

Buying a home with friends?

Experts Heyang, Ding Heng, and Steve Hatherly discuss the growing trend of buying homes with friends, exploring financial and legal considerations, changing relationship dynamics, and the value of friendship in co-ownership.
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Jul 9, 2024 • 27min

XR, AR, VR, MR & blended reality of the future

XR enthusiasts Heyang, AR expert Li Yi, and MR specialist Yushun dive into the world of XR technologies, discussing the challenges and opportunities in the XR revolution, practical uses of AR in city environments, the debate on integrating AR into existing devices, and the current applications and future potential of XR, AR, VR, and MR technologies. They also touch on global trends, consumer adoption challenges, major investments by companies like Apple, and the competitive landscape in China. Additionally, they explore the interesting topic of charging for ice cubes in beverages and generational drink preferences.
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Jul 9, 2024 • 25min

Escaping urban hustle to ‘youth nursing homes’

Experts Heyang, Li Yi, and Yushun discuss the trend of 'youth nursing homes' in China, where urbanites seek relaxation through community bonding and activities like martial arts and gardening. They question whether these retreats offer a healthy escape or merely a temporary avoidance of real-world responsibilities.
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Jul 8, 2024 • 27min

Personal advertisements in subway stations

Explore the world of personal advertisements in subway stations across China with guests Laiming and Niu Ho. Discover how individuals are using this unique platform for job-hunting, dating, and more. Dive into the impact of emotional state on decision-making and the importance of maintaining composure amid criticism.
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Jul 8, 2024 • 24min

Chinese travel market heats up in summer

Tour guide Laiming, business owner Niu Honglin, and travel expert Li Yi discuss the summer travel market in China. Topics include the surge in train ticket sales, packed tourist spots, and the shift towards more educational and interactive travel experiences for children.

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